First Congregational Church - Orwell VT
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nomadwillie
N 43° 48.244 W 073° 18.041
18T E 636689 N 4851514
The building is one of the most outstanding examples of Greek Revival style ecclesiastical architecture in Vermont.
Waymark Code: WMT2QJ
Location: Vermont, United States
Date Posted: 09/15/2016
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Built in 1842, the church is an exceptionally fine example of the implementation of Asher Benjamin's 1839 church design. The Orwell Congregational Church is a high style Greek Revival brick building with white painted wood and gray marble detailing. It contains a notable Hook tracker organ purchased by subscription to honor returning Civil War veterans. Since 1882 the church has housed the town clock. Although it is a religious property, the First Congregational Church derives its primary significance from its architectural importance.
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Street address:
464 Main St
Orwell, VT
County / Borough / Parish: Addison
Year listed: 2001
Historic (Areas of) Significance: Architecture/Engineering
Periods of significance: 1825-1849
Historic function: Government, Religion
Current function: Religion
Privately owned?: yes
Primary Web Site: [Web Link]
Secondary Website 1: [Web Link]
Season start / Season finish: Not listed
Hours of operation: Not listed
Secondary Website 2: Not listed
National Historic Landmark Link: Not listed
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